1990 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
Make | BMW | Venturi |
Model | M3 | 400 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |